#227 Dogs Eating Better Than Humans? 宠物吃得比人好
Today's Episode: In Shanghai, a restaurant has opened serving málàtàng for dogs! 🐶 Discover why more and more young people in China are spending big on their pets, and what this tells us about family...
7 Syys 20255min
#226 The War on Second-hand Smoke二手烟的战争
Today's Episode: Why is it so hard to ban smoking in China? 🚬 In this episode, we look at a viral story from Shanghai and explore the culture, habits, and big business behind smoking. Find out why se...
31 Elo 20256min
#225 The Secret World of Extra Classes in China 补课的秘密
Today's Episode: In China, “extra lessons” used to be everywhere—after school, weekends, even holidays! Then the government banned them. But did they really disappear? Let’s dive into 补课, why it was s...
24 Elo 20256min
#224 Stop the Comparison Game 和自己比
Today's Episode: Feeling discouraged when others seem to learn faster than you? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt episode of MaoMi Chinese, I share a listener’s story, a memory from my classroom, an...
17 Elo 20255min
#223 Chinese start tipping? 中国开始给小费了？
Today's Episode: Haidilao just made tipping optional, and Chinese internet exploded! Why do Chinese people hate tipping? What does it say about culture, service, and money? In this episode, we dive in...
10 Elo 20254min
#222 The Bubble Tea Assassin 奶茶刺客
Today's Episode: Have you ever been “stabbed” by a cup of bubble tea? In this episode, we explore the viral Chinese slang “刺客” (assassin) — from pricey snacks to shocking bills — and how “backstabbing...
3 Elo 20255min
#221 Tasty Words: Chinese Food Metaphors 用食物说话
Today's Episode: In Chinese, food isn’t just for eating—it’s for talking too! From having a “bitter melon face” to being “fired like squid”, this episode dives into funny and vivid Chinese expressions...
27 Heinä 20256min
#220 Keyboard Warriors键盘侠
Today's Episode: Have you ever met someone online who loves to criticise but never helps? They type fast, speak loud, but do nothing in real life. Do you what they are called in Chinese? Today, let’s ...
20 Heinä 20255min
